The First Tooth
You should expect to see your little one’s first tooth erupt at some point between 4 and 6 months. Teeth tend to erupt in pairs. The middle lower pair in the front are usually the first teeth to appear.
Advanced Preparation for Teething is Key
Although this is an extremely exciting milestone, erupting teeth can cause your smiling little angel to become somewhat…cranky. Crying, sleeplessness and crankiness are common side effects of teething; therefore, prepare for teething in advance. Advanced preparation can make the onset of teething much easier (especially if it occurs in the wee hours of the morning). …show more content…
Sometimes, a baby will run a temperature while teething, if this happens your pediatrician may recommend over-the-counter medications to help ease discomfort and reduce a fever associated with teething.
Teething Usually Lasts Several Years
Teething typically begins at 4 to 6 months and lasts until your baby reaches the age of three. However, the good news is that the eruption of the first pair of teeth brings about the most dramatic response: Therefore, you will not be dealing with a cranky, sleepless little one for that entire length of time.
A General Tooth-Eruption Timeline
An eruption timeline for primary